The coverage area of Turkmenistan’s first national satellite, TürkmenÄlem 52°E, extends across Europe, the Middle East, North Africa, Central Asia, CIS countries, and several Asian regions, encompassing a population of over 1.2 billion people, Orient.tm reports.
The satellite's launch in 2015 marked a pivotal stage in the development of the national telecommunications infrastructure and the expansion of international connectivity. Turkmenistan maintains full membership in the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and the Universal Postal Union (UPU), actively participating in key international initiatives.
Ongoing projects are significantly enhancing Turkmenistan's strategic position in the global digital landscape:
- Transit Routes: Developing telecommunication corridors between Europe and Asia.
- Network Capacity: Increasing bandwidth and data transmission speeds.
- Communication Hub: Solidifying the country's role as a vital regional link for global information exchange.
The implementation of these technologies facilitates more reliable communication channels and supports the broader digital transformation of the region.
CentralasianLIGHT.org
February 20, 2026